UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Core data protection legislation governing how personal data must be handled, processed, and protected during penetration testing activities
Computer Misuse Act 1990: Primary legislation dealing with cybercrime and unauthorized access to computer systems, critical for defining the legal boundaries of penetration testing
Network and Information Systems Regulations 2018: Regulations governing network and information systems security, particularly relevant for critical infrastructure and digital service providers
Trade Secrets Regulations 2018: Legislation protecting confidential business information and trade secrets that may be accessed during penetration testing
Common Law Confidentiality Principles: Fundamental legal principles under English law governing confidential information and breach of confidence
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulatory framework for financial services, relevant when penetration testing involves financial institutions or systems
Serious Crime Act 2015: Criminal law provisions relevant to unauthorized computer system access and potential criminal liability
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Intellectual property protection law relevant to any proprietary code, software, or systems encountered during testing
ISO 27001: International standard for information security management, providing framework for security testing and confidentiality requirements
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations: Regulations governing electronic communications privacy, relevant for testing involving communication systems and data
Payment Services Regulations 2017: Specific regulations for payment services, crucial when penetration testing involves payment systems or financial data
NIS Directive: EU-derived legislation setting standards for network and information security across essential services
